Software is taking the planet by storm and Centennial College’s Software Engineering Technology program will provide you with three years of learning in designing, developing and maintaining software systems.
During this time, you’ll attend advanced diploma courses that will cover modern programming paradigms and frameworks, design and algorithm concepts, data management tools, modern software engineering methodologies, and integration of intelligent systems into various applications. The program will also expose you to a solid knowledge of systems integration, enterprise development, mobile computing and software security.
The coursework in this college engineering technology program will emphasize object-oriented software design methodologies, user-oriented interface design, software testing and QA, C#, Java, Java EE, Oracle, MS-SQL Server, UNIX/Linux, Python, Microsoft’s .NET Core, HTML5/CSS/JavaScript/Angular, React, mobile application development, emerging web frameworks, cloud computing, predictive analytics, machine learning, and more.
To round out the curriculum’s technical focus, the Software Engineering Technology program will include two software development projects. For these real-world business applications, you’ll put into action all the technical, systems and business skills acquired during your courses to build high-quality software.
The knowledge and hands-on experience you’ll obtain in Software Engineering Technology will enable you to design and develop various kinds of software applications, human-computer interfaces and enterprise information systems.
Program Highlights
- Software Engineering Technology courses incorporate the use of leading technology geared to industry standards.
- Project-based learning is a key component of the offering.
- Knowledgeable and approachable faculty members have diverse business experience and academic credentials.
- This program is also delivered in a version that includes a co-op option. Students who choose this version (program #3419) are introduced to some of the biggest names in the industry with whom they are able to network in addition to gaining experience that puts them ahead of the competition — before they even graduate.
- Graduates from the program may apply for certified membership to either the Canadian Information Processing Society (CIPS) or their provincial engineering technology association.
Career Outlook
- Software developer
- Software tester
- Mobile application developer
- Computer programmer
- Systems analyst
- Business analyst
- Web application developer
- Database administrator
- Applications or software support
Education Pathways
Qualified Software Engineering Technology Advanced Diploma graduates may be eligible to participate in pathway programs with partnering institutions. These pathway programs allow you to receive degree credit for learning obtained at Centennial College. Listed below are the credentials from partnering institutions that are available for this program.
he co-op option in this program will provide you with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience while you complete three co-op work terms as an employee in the field. This experience not only allows you to put classroom learning into practice, but will also provide valuable contacts for your future career.
To participate in this co-op option, you will need to complete an application process in the second semester. If academically qualified, you may be admitted to the co-op program. Academically qualified students who are accepted into the program will register for the co-op preparation course as scheduled.
Co-op Requirements
- Minimum of 80% of courses completed from semester one and two combined
- Completion of COMM-170/171 by the end of semester 2 with a C grade (60%) or higher
- A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (this must be maintained for the duration of the program)
- Students must be legally eligible to work in Canada
- Students who meet the above prerequisites will submit their application for co-op to the Career Services & Cooperative Education Department in semester 2
Note: Meeting the minimum co-op program requirements does not guarantee admission into the co-op program.
Program Vocational Learning Outcomes
Program Vocational Learning Outcomes describe what graduates of the program have demonstrated they can do with the knowledge and skills they have achieved during their studies. The outcomes are closely tied to the needs of the workplace. Through assessment (e.g., assignments and tests), students verify their ability to reliably perform these outcomes before graduating.
1. identify, analyze, design, develop, implement, verify and document the requirements for a computing environment.
2. diagnose, troubleshoot, document and monitor technical problems using appropriate methodologies and tools.
3. analyze, design, implement and maintain secure computing environments.
4. analyze, develop and maintain robust computing system solutions through validation testing and industry best practices.
5. communicate and collaborate with team members and stakeholders to ensure effective working relationships.
6. select and apply strategies for personal and professional development to enhance work performance.
7. apply project management principles and tools when responding to requirements and monitoring projects within a computing environment.
8. adhere to ethical, social media, legal, regulatory and economic requirements and/or principles in the development and management of the computing solutions and systems.
9. investigate emerging trends to respond to technical challenges.
10. analyze and define the specifications of a software system based on requirements engineering processes and techniques.
11. design, develop, integrate, document, implement, maintain and test software systems based on software engineering methodologies, modern programming paradigms and frameworks.
12. analyze, evaluate and apply software engineering design techniques, data structures, algorithms, and patterns to the implementation of a software system.
13. design, model, implement, optimize and maintain a database and apply data mining concepts and tools for decision making.
14. develop, maintain and deploy software systems to resolve networking issues.
15. build automated software solutions through the analysis, evaluation, and integration of intelligent systems into various applications.
16. design and implement appropriate testing, verification and evaluation procedures to assess software quality and improve software performance.
17. create innovative and entrepreneurial concepts that lead to the development of new software products and/or the enhancement of existing ones.
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Domestic Students
If you are applying through the Better Jobs Ontario Program, please apply at the Employment Training Centre (Progress Campus). The Better Jobs Ontario Program is a funding initiative for those who have been laid-off and are in need of training. For more information go to Better Jobs Ontario Program.
If you have previously attended a full-time program at Centennial College, you may be eligible for a Program Transfer. Visit Enrolment Services at any Campus for information.
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International Students
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